PennDOT – District 3 News
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Bridge Restriction Announced on Three Springs Run Road in Morris Township, Tioga County
December 2024
Mailbox Now Up For Letters To Santa
We have an exciting announcement!! We now have a mailbox for letters to Santa out front. We reached out to the Carpentry class at Bradford High and asked if they could make us a mailbox for the letters. Spencer and his students did an excellent job. Thank you for making this a reality.
The mailbox is outside and accessible at anytime. It is in front of one of our set of doors and covered from the weather. Stop anytime to drop off your letters: 62 Main Street.
SMETHPORT MAN SENTENCED FOR RAPE OF A CHILD
(MCKEAN COUNTY, Pennsylvania: December 12, 2024): District Attorney Stephanie Vettenburg-Shaffer reports that the Smethport man convicted after a jury trial of Rape of a Child and Incest has been sentenced to state prison.
Robert TANNER was convicted at a jury trial of 2 counts of Rape of a Child, 2 counts of Involuntary Deviate Sexual Intercourse, 2 counts of Incest of a Child, and other crimes. Trial testimony included that of a minor male relative who testified that TANNER put the child’s penis in his mouth while he was babysitting him. TANNER was sentenced to 20 years to 40 years plus 3 years consecutive probation by the Judge during a sentencing hearing at the McKean County Courthouse this afternoon. TANNER will have to register as a sex offender for his lifetime, have no contact with the victim, provide DNA, and related terms. He is not eligible for any early parole programs.
More Retirees Eligible for Reduced-Fee Vehicle Registration, Causer Says
More Pennsylvania retirees will soon qualify for a reduction in their vehicle registration fee under a new state law taking effect on Sunday, Dec. 15, said Rep. Martin Causer (R-Cameron/McKean/Potter).
Under Act 60 of 2024, the benefit now will be available to retired persons earning up to $29,906, an increase of more than $10,000 from the prior income eligibility limit. Those who qualify will pay an $11 processing fee to register their vehicle each year, rather than the standard $45 registration fee.
“As many retirees deal with rising costs on a fixed income, this program provides a bit of relief to those who need it,” Causer said. “I was pleased to support the law making this change and encourage retirees to take advantage of the benefit.”
To qualify, applicants must be retired and receiving Social Security or other pension payments. Please note, 100% of a veterans’ benefit payment or payment to the unmarried surviving spouse, upon the death of a veteran, should be excluded from the income calculation.
The applicant must be listed as an owner on the vehicle’s registration and only one vehicle per qualified applicant may be registered for the reduced fee. Qualifying vehicles must be a passenger car or truck with a registered gross weight of not more than 9,000 pounds.
For more information, including the application form, visit www.dmv.pa.gov and search “retired status vehicle registration.” Or contact Causer’s offices in Bradford (78 Main St., first floor, telephone 814-362-4400), Coudersport (279 Route 6 West, Office 2, telephone 814-274-9769) or Kane (54 N. Fraley St., Suite 2, telephone 814-837-0880).
Judith E. METCALF—BACKER, 78, of Westfield, PA
Judith E. METCALF—BACKER, 78, of Westfield, PA, died Wednesday, December 4, 2024.
Friends may call at People’s Church of Potter Brook, 62 Rte. 49, Westfield, PA 16950 on Saturday, December 14, 2024 from 10:00 – 11:00 AM, with a Memorial Service following at 11:00 AM. Arrangements are under the direction of OLNEY-FOUST Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA. Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.
Scott G. Schiller, Jr., Major, USAF (Ret), 92, of Emporium, PA
Scott G. Schiller, Jr., Major, USAF (Ret), 92, of Emporium, PA passed away on the morning of Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at the Guy & Mary Felt Manor, Emporium, PA. Born January 3, 1932 in Pittsburgh, PA, he was the son of the late Scott G. and Janet Morrell Schiller, Sr. On November 1, 1984, he married his current wife Doris with whom he shared 40 years of marriage.
Scott graduated from Westview High School in 1949 and joined the US Air Force where he served during the Korean and the Vietnam Wars from February 1950 through July 1971. His 22 years of service saw a very unique path. He enlisted at 18 years of age and served as a Ground Control Intercept (Radar) Technician reaching the rank of Technical Sergeant until receiving a Warrant Officer Commission in 1957. During his time as a Warrant Officer, he attended Air Force Undergraduate Pilot Training, ultimately receiving his pilot wings and a commission as a Second Lieutenant in 1958. During the remainder of his career, he served as a Transport Pilot, Aircraft Commander, and Instructor Pilot, accumulating over 10,000 flying hours.
He served in numerous locations around the globe, including: Maine, Korea, Texas, Washington, Hawaii, New Jersey, Viet Nam, and Washington D.C.. He was qualified on numerous military and civilian aircraft including, but not limited to: B-25, C-118, C-135, C-141, VC-118, and VC-135. During his distinguished flying career, Major Schiller had the honor of transporting numerous dignitaries, including: ADM Elmo R. Zumwalt (USN), GEN Mark W. Clark (USA), GEN Creighton Abrams (USA), GEN William C. Westmoreland (USA), and the astronauts of the Apollo 11 moon landing (Neil Armstrong, Edwin “Buzz” Aldrin, Michael Collins). Scott’s final qualification as a military pilot was on the VC-135, also known by some as Air Force One. Major Schiller’s military awards include: The Air Medal, Air Force Commendation Medal, Combat Crew Medal, and multiple Campaign Awards from Korea and Viet Nam. He retired honorably from the Air Force in July 1971 at the rank of Major and moved to Emporium.
Potter County Farmers Market Saturday, December 14th At Riley Gallery
All of November through the week before Christmas, the Potter County Farmers Market will move indoors to the Riley Gallery, next to the Crittenden, on Saturdays from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. The next market will be this Saturday, December 14th. Here is a list of who plans to be there and what they plan on bringing to the Market:
* Beginning in January 2025 the Farmers Market will be the first Saturday of each month until May. The Saturday dates are January 4, February 1, March 1, and April 5. May 2025 the market will again be on the square
* Market times have been established after many trial times over the years. If you are not able to visit us and would like something particular from one of the vendors, please contact them directly. They are willing to try to accommodate your request.
* If you are interested in joining the market this year or have any questions please contact …. Netra Baker, 814-598-0649 netrabaker@hughes.net]
WOOLEYLOT FARMS will be at the market with French fingerlings potatoes, white potatoes, and garlic. Cash is preferred but checks are acceptable.
CARD CREEK BAKERY will be at the market with limited breads, baked goods, jams and jellies and fresh brown eggs. Requests are always helpful to me.
ME AND MY BOYS SOAP will be there on Saturday. We will have a selection of goat milk based products and several gift items. For more information contact us at meandmyboyssoap@gmail.com or visit our Facebook page.
MILL CREEK MARKET will be attending this week with oyster mushroom variety boxes, Lion’s Mane boxes, and microgreens. We have dried chaga as well as a variety of gifts for the fungi lover on your list! We accept cash and Venmo. To learn more about us visit: www.instagram.com/mill_creek_market millcreekmarketpa.etsy.com Or contact us at: millcreekmarketpa@gmail.com
Two Vehicle Crash In St. Marys
On December 13, at 8:34 am St. Marys was dispatched for a two vehicle accident at 139 N. Micheal St. with unknown injuries and unknown entrapment
Jean Thiele Turney, 94
Jean Thiele Turney, 94, passed away Sunday, December 8th surrounded by her family and adoring husband, Dick, of 72 remarkable years. Born and raised in Maynard, Iowa, Jean will be forever remembered by her deep devotion to family and friends.
Judith B. Mark, 83 of 716 Grandview Ave.
October 25, 1941 — December 11, 2024
Olean- Judith Benson Mark “Loving Wife & Best Friend”
Judith B. Mark, 83, of 716 Grandview Ave. passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving husband and other family members on Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at the Olean General Hospital.
Judy was born October 25, 1941 in Olean and was the daughter of Gunnar and Ethel Bergstrom Benson. On July 5, 1969 at the St. Bonaventure Friary Chapel she married her loving husband of 55 years, Terrence J. Mark, who survives.
Charles Eugene BLEDSOE, 75, of Scio, NY
Charles Eugene BLEDSOE, 75, of Scio, NY, died Tuesday, December 10, 2024 in Robert Packer Hospital Sayre, PA, following a short illness. Born January 30, 1949, in Wellsville, he was the son of Eugene Elijah and Lois Velma Harris Bledsoe.
Diana R. Hadden, 73, of Ceres, NY
Diana R. Hadden
Diana R. Hadden, 73, of Ceres, NY, passed away with her loving family by her side on Tuesday, December 10, 2024, in High Park Rehabilitation and Nursing Center, Wellsville, after a long illness.
Funeral arrangements, entrusted to the care of Kevin J. Dusenbury, funeral director/owner of the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse, PA, are incomplete and will be announced with a full obituary.
Extremely Toxic Fentanyl-Laced Drugs Brought Into The Kane And Bordering Elk County Areas
District Attorney Stephanie Vettenburg-Shaffer reports that the County Detective Bureau received credible information that leads us to believe that an extremely toxic – even more so than normal – shipment of fentanyl-laced drugs was brought into the Kane and bordering Elk County areas and could lead to overdose deaths. Those addicted to drugs that are commonly laced with fentanyl are most at risk.
Fentanyl is a common addition to heroin, methamphetamine, cocaine and other drugs. Substances like fentanyl are frequently added without the knowledge of the user. The user has no way to know if a mixture contains fentanyl or how much fentanyl a mixture contains.
The addition of fentanyl increases the chance of overdose. This is a health emergency. To prevent overdose deaths, I am asking that anyone who thinks they could have this drug to contact the County Detectives at the District Attorney’s Office at (814) 887-3312 or call 911 and an officer will come retrieve the substance. During this emergency, you will NOT be charged with possession of a controlled substance if you voluntarily contact us to retrieve this. Our goal is to get this drug off the streets to prevent overdose deaths.
Dush and Thompson Announce Cameron County Satellite Office Hours
Get Your State and Federal Government Questions Answered on Thursday, Dec. 19
SMETHPORT – Sen. Cris Dush (R-25) and Congressman Glenn “GT” Thompson (R-15) are pleased to announce their upcoming Cameron County area satellite office hours for December 2024.
On Thursday, Dec. 19, team members from both offices will be available from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Cameron County Chamber of Commerce and Artisan Center, 24 W 4th St, Emporium, PA 15834.
Dush’s staff will be available to assist with any state government-related issues and available legislative services. These include helping Cameron County area residents deal with problems involving state laws, state government or state agencies; assisting residents with PennDOT paperwork, driver’s license and vehicle registration applications and renewals; handicap placards and dead tags (plates); information and applications for senior citizen benefit programs, including Property Tax/Rent Rebate and PACE/PACENET prescription drug programs; state tax forms; and many others.
Thompson’s staff will be available to meet with residents who need assistance from federal agencies, such as the Social Security Administration, the Department of Veterans Affairs, and the IRS.
No appointments are necessary. For further information, Dush’s Smethport district office can be reached by calling (814)-734-2785.
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Patricia A. Wentz, 68, of Coudersport, PA
Patricia A. Wentz, 68, of Coudersport, PA, entered God’s eternal care Saturday, December 7, 2024, at her home.
Born July 19, 1956, in Baltimore, MD, she was the daughter of Norman and Nora L. (Grote) Sandruck. Patricia was the loving fiancée of James M. Abramczyk.
Patricia was a 1974 graduate of South Western High School, Hanover, PA. She worked as a bookkeeper at W. L. Sterner, Miller & Brown CPA’s, Hilltop Precision Machining, Inc. and then at Pat’s Tax Services and Wilson Bus Transport, both in Coudersport, PA.
Patricia enjoyed crafting, coloring, embroidery, sewing, gardening, arranging flowers, loved working with numbers, and especially loved spending time with her family.
Alexandra C. Smith, 87, of Coudersport, PA
Alexandra “Addie” Cummins Strawbridge Smith
COUDERSPORT, PA–Born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania in 1937, Alexandra Smith, affectionately known to her family and friends as, Addie, passed gently from this earth surrounded by her family and the kind staff at Sweden Valley Manor in Coudersport, Pennsylvania on December 11, 2024.
Addie leaves behind a lasting legacy of seven children, twenty grandchildren, and eighteen great-grandchildren. Addie, with her husband, “Smitty”, and 7 children in tow moved to Coudersport from the Philadelphia area in 1972. She worked as a mother, grandmother, Registered Nurse, and animal rescue services volunteer, benefactor, and advocate for the next 52 years. Addie was an avid reader, and loved a good conversation about religion and politics, among many other philosophical and historical topics.
Addie will be remembered and honored as the Matriarch of a large, loving family of God-fearing children. She will be deeply missed until the family reunites on a future date known only to God.
Shirley A. HOSMER, 88, of Scio, NY
Shirley A. HOSMER, 88, of Scio, NY, died Tuesday, December 10, 2024 in her home. Born January 5, 1936, in Wellsville, she was the daughter of Charles Burwell and Eva Cornwell Pressler. She was married to Charles Edward Hosmer, who predeceased her on March 31, 2014.
Shirley was employed in housekeeping by Jones Memorial Hospital in Wellsville for 21 years. She was a member of Riverside Assembly of God.
Stephen B. MORLEY, of Adamstown, MD, formerly of Campbell, NY
Stephen B. MORLEY, of Adamstown, MD, formerly of Campbell, NY, passed away on Friday, December 6, 2024, after a lengthy illness. Born December 2, 1935, in Wellsville, NY, he was the son of Calvin and Gladys Neff Morley.
On July 2, 1960, in Ulysses, PA, he married the love of his life, Pauline “Polly” Burdick, who survives. They celebrated their 64th wedding anniversary this past July.
A graduate of Ulysses High School, he earned a bachelor’s degree in history and mathematics education from Lock Haven University and a master’s degree in school administration from Alfred University. Stephen began his teaching career at Campbell Central School as a classroom teacher. Over his 41 years with the district, he served as a guidance counselor, high school principal, and finally, the district superintendent. He was devoted to the school and the Campbell community; both were a source of great pride. He thought of the students as well as the people he worked with as an extension of his family. Stephen was also a 33rd degree Mason. He was committed to the Masons because of the positive impact they made on the community.
